Inside Gustavus May 3, 2018 | Volume 50, Number 31

News and Announcements  

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HSA Contribution Update...In an effort to keep you informed of the latest changes, the Office of Human Resources has just been informed of another adjustment to the HSA family maximum contribution. For 2018, the maximum contribution limit to an H.S.A. for those with family coverage on the qualified high deductible plan will return to $6,900. As background, on March 2, 2018 the IRS announced a reduction in the family contribution limit to $6,850 from the initial maximum of $6,900 set mid-year in 2017 to keep pace with the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. In response to concerns received by the IRS on the administrative burdens the reduction to $6,850 created, it has been determined that the initial maximum of $6,900 can remain in place for the remainder of the 2018 calendar year. If you need to make adjustments to your maximum contribution, please complete this formand return to Nicole Goebel.

CBSL Collecting Camp Supplies...The CBSL is gathering summer camp supplies for Royal Kids Camps! Stop by the CBSL office to pick up a card (or two) and return items by May 22. All supplies will go to these campers. In Minnesota, there are approximately 2,253 children, ages 6-12 in the foster care system. Royal Kids Camps currently have two camps in Minnesota serving these children, with wonderful volunteers who have dedicated thousands of hours to reach America’s orphaned and abandoned children. You can help.

Saint Peter Weekly Newsletter...As we continue to find ways to strengthen our partnership with the City of Saint Peter we would like to share this link to their weekly newsletter. Be sure to read it for the latest information about the greater Saint Peter community. 

Campus Happenings

Celebration of Creative Inquiry... Join over 100 students representing 26 departments and programs at the annual Celebration of Creative Inquiry on Friday, May 4, from 4-6 p.m. in the Jackson Campus Center Banquet rooms. Students will present posters featuring their research, creative works, or collaborations with faculty members.

Honors Weekend... The annual Honors Day convocation will highlight the events of Honors Weekend on Saturday, May 5, at 10 a.m. Christ Chapel. Join us on campus as we celebrate student and faculty accomplishments. A full weekend of receptions, presentations, and concerts is planned. Learn more online.

Gustie Entrepreneur Cup...The 2018 Gustie Entrepreneur Cup will take place starting at 2 p.m. on May 12, 2018. Teams will compete for $10,000 in prizes. The first-prize winner will receive $5,000 and will advance to the semi-finals of the Minnesota Cup. Visit the website to learn more. All Gustavus employees are invited to attend the cup.

Fine Arts

Music

May 4 at 7:30 p.m., Jazz Combos and Vocal Jazz in Bjorling Recital Hall

May 5 at 1:30 p.m., Senior Honors Recital, in Bjorling Recital Hall

May 5 at 5:30 p.m., Caitlin Steffen, Violin, in Bjorling Recital Hall

May 5 at 7:30 p.m., Choral Showcase, in Christ Chapel

May 6 at 3:30 p.m., Gustavus Philharmonic Orchestra, in Bjorling Recital Hall

May 6 at 7:30 p.m., Legacy, in Bjorling Recital Hall

Schaefer Art Gallery

April 15 – May 19, "Howard Quednau: Dioramas"

Hillstrom Museum of Art

May 5–June 2, "Adieu: Senior Studio Art Majors Exhibition 2018," opening reception 4–6 p.m. May 5

Weekend Home Athletic Events 

Support the Golden Gusties at one or more of these home athletic events this weekend:

Friday: Men's Tennis vs. Macalester (MIAC Semifinal). 4 p.m.
Saturday: Women’s Tennis vs. TBD (MIAC Championship). 1 p.m.
*Sunday: Men’s Tennis vs. TBD (MIAC Championship) 1 p.m.

*if Gustavus wins on Friday afternoon.

In the News

The Le Center Leader wrote about Sophomore Austyn Menk performing an organ recital in Christ Chapel.

The St. Peter Herald reported on Nobel Peace Prize winner, Leymah Gbowee, speaking on campus. The Mankato Free Press and KEYC also ran pieces on the annual MAYDAY! Peace Conference lecture.

Obituaries

Diane Lund, Kathy Lund Dean's mother, passed away on April 19 in Saint Peter. A lifelong Chicago resident, she came to the Ecumen Prairie Hill community in Saint Peter in 2015. A memorial service was held at Ecumen on April 20 and a Chicago area service is being planned for this summer. Diane is survived by Kathy and her family (Saint Peter) and Kathy's older sister, Jeanette Licata and her family (Northbrook, IL).

To inform the campus community of the death of a current student, employee, or trustee; an emeritus professor or trustee; or an immediate family member of a current employee, contact the Office of the President (x7538 or jnoren@gustavus.edu). Death announcements and funeral notices for students, current and emeritus faculty and employees, and trustees will be sent to the community via written notice from the president, posted on community-l, the official campuswide e-mail list, and published in Inside Gustavus or the Summer Scoop. Notices for immediate family members of current employees will be published in Inside Gustavus or the Summer Scoop.

Plugs

Seeking Housing...Visiting faculty member in political science and spouse are seeking housing for the 2018-19 academic year. If you're looking to lease while away next year, please contact Jill Locke in Political Science or Arturo Lopez-Levy.

Looking for Rental...Hi, my name is Patrick Clark, a 2012 graduate, and a current assistant coach for the Men’s Tennis Team at Gustavus. I am inquiring about housing/renting opportunities starting August 2018. If you know of something or someone please reach out to me via email or by cell: 630-930-7799. Thanks.
"Plugs" is maintained as a forum by which members of the Gustavus community may offer goods and services to others in the community, or seek the same from them. It is not meant to accommodate ads or announcements from area businesses such as real estate agents and retailers, although from time to time such announcements may be published when deemed to be of particular interest to the community.
 

Upcoming events
Date Event
Today 7–9 p.m. Gustavus Wind Orchestra: Fall Concerthttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/gustavus-wind-orchestra-fall-concertChrist Chapel
7–11:59 p.m. Masquerading Murdererhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/masquerading-murderer-2Arboretum
Tomorrow 6:30–7:30 p.m. Sunday Worship Community Dinner Church at Steamery in Nobelhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/sunday-worship-community-dinner-church-at-steamery-in-nobelSteamery
Nov 4 noon to 1 p.m. Ice Skating in Lund with the Outdoor Enthusiasts ERGhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/ice-skating-in-lund-with-the-outdoor-enthusiasts-ergLund Ice Arena
Nov 5 Election Dayhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/election-dayCampus
11:30–11:50 a.m. Praying the Rosary: Multifaith Centerhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/praying-the-rosary-multifaith-centerBonnier Multifaith Center, Anderson Hall
11:30–11:50 a.m. Guided Secular Meditation - Onlinehttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/guided-secular-meditation-onlineOnline
11:30–11:50 a.m. Chapel Break: Morning Praise with Gustavus Wind Symphony & Blessing Student Senatehttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/chapel-break-morning-praise-with-gustavus-wind-symphony-blessing-student-senateChrist Chapel
11:30–11:50 a.m. Meditation for Challenging Timeshttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/meditation-for-challenging-times-2Online
Nov 6 noon to 4 p.m. AT Each Moment Virtual Program Fairhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/at-each-moment-virtual-program-fair-2Virtual
3:30–5 p.m. Faculty Meetinghttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/faculty-meeting-32Three Crowns Room
5–7 p.m. The Art of Self-Carehttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/the-art-of-selfcareAlumni Hall
Nov 7 11:30–11:50 a.m. Chapel Break: Prayer Around the Crosshttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/chapel-break-prayer-around-the-cross-3Christ Chapel
11:30–11:50 a.m. Guided Secular Meditation - In Personhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/guided-secular-meditation-in-personBonnier Multifaith Center, Anderson Hall
2–3 p.m. Parents and Caregivers ERG Fall Get-Togetherhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/parents-and-caregivers-erg-fall-gettogetherDining Hall (9/27 and 10/11) / STEAMery (11/7)
3:30–4:30 p.m. Advising 101 Sessionhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/advising-101-sessionAnderson 214
6–8 p.m. Habitat for Humanity: Lego Building Competition!https://gustavus.edu/calendar/habitat-for-humanity-lego-building-competitionCourtyard Café - Jackson Campus Center
8–10 p.m. Our Town, Theatre Productionhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/our-town-theatre-productionGardner Laboratory Theatre
Nov 8 2–6 p.m. Gustavus High School Theatre Dayhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/gustavus-high-school-theatre-daySTEAmery
8–10 p.m. Our Town, Theatre Productionhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/our-town-theatre-productionGardner Laboratory Theatre
Nov 9 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Faculty Writing Retreat at American Swedish Institute (ASI) in Novemberhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/faculty-writing-retreat-at-american-swedish-institute-asi-in-november-2American Swedish Institute (ASI) in Minneapolis
10 a.m. to noon Gustie Dayhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/gustie-day-13Jackson Campus Center
1:30–2:30 p.m. Gustavus Symphony Orchestra and Gustavus Philharmonic Orchestra, Fall Concerthttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/gustavus-symphony-orchestra-and-gustavus-philharmonic-orchestra-fall-concertJussi Björling Recital Hall
2–6 p.m. WOW! Zone Eventhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/wow-zone-eventWOW! Zone, Mankato
3:30–5:30 p.m. Our Town, Theatre Productionhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/our-town-theatre-productionGardner Laboratory Theatre
8–10 p.m. Our Town, Theatre Productionhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/our-town-theatre-productionGardner Laboratory Theatre
Nov 10 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Faculty Writing Retreat at American Swedish Institute (ASI) in Novemberhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/faculty-writing-retreat-at-american-swedish-institute-asi-in-november-3American Swedish Institute (ASI) in Minneapolis
1:30–3:30 p.m. Fall Jazz Showcase: Gustavus Jazz & Jazz Lab Collectivehttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/fall-jazz-showcase-gustavus-jazz-jazz-lab-collectiveJussi Björling Recital Hall
2–4 p.m. Our Town, Theatre Productionhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/our-town-theatre-productionGardner Laboratory Theatre
6:30–7:30 p.m. Sunday Worship Communityhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/sunday-worship-community-33Christ Chapel
Nov 11 7–8:30 p.m. Bards in the Arb: Philip Bryant Reading and Book Launchhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/bards-in-the-arb-philip-bryant-reading-and-book-launchThe Interpretive Center at the Arboretum
Nov 12 11:30 a.m. Chapel Break: Morning Praise with Lucia Singers and Message by Barb Larson Taylorhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/chapel-break-morning-praise-with-lucia-singers-and-message-by-barb-larson-taylorChrist Chapel
11:30–11:50 a.m. Guided Secular Meditation - Onlinehttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/guided-secular-meditation-onlineOnline
11:30–11:50 a.m. Meditation for Challenging Timeshttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/meditation-for-challenging-times-3Online
11:30–11:50 a.m. Praying the Rosary: Multifaith Centerhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/praying-the-rosary-multifaith-centerBonnier Multifaith Center, Anderson Hall

To add or change items on the calendar, please fill out and submit a College Calendar event form. View the entire College Calendar online.

News

Our Town: The Community of Theater at Gustavus

4 days ago by Marisa Bacon
From Fine Arts

President’s Art Award Recipient: Mya Hanson ‘25

3 weeks ago by Marisa Bacon
From Fine Arts

Leading Through Service and Sound: Chance Korpela

3 weeks ago by Melissa Meinhardt
From Fine Arts

Gustavus Unveils 2024 Alumni Association Award Winners

3 weeks ago by Luc Hatlestad
From News

Gustavus Adolphus Establishes Endowed Chair in Scandinavian Studies

3 weeks ago by Luc Hatlestad
From News

Orientation to Graduation: The Spirit of Community

3 weeks ago by Marisa Bacon
From Fine Arts

Greek Life at Gustavus Opens Up New Worlds

Last month by Taylor Storlien
From News

From Gustavus to the Stage: Students Shine at Bayview Music Festival

2 months ago by Marisa Bacon
From Fine Arts

Gustavus Shows Breadth, Depth in National Rankings

2 months ago by Luc Hatlestad
From News

How GIS helps Gusties Chart New Paths

2 months ago by Luc Hatlestad
From News

Aney, Nelson Receive DIIICA Regional Student-Athletes of the Year Honors

Last year by CJ Siewert
From Athletics

Softball Has 12 Named NFCA Scholar-Athletes

Last year by Jordan Modjeski
From Athletics

Women’s Basketball Earns WBCA Academic Top 25 Team Honor Roll

Last year by Jordan Modjeski
From Athletics

MIAC nominates Nelson for NCAA Woman of the Year, Aney for DIIICA Men’s Sport Student-Athlete of the Year

Last year by CJ Siewert
From Athletics

Men’s Hoops Earns NABC Academic Awards

Last year by CJ Siewert
From Athletics

 

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